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‘Early childhood learning is enriched by thematic learning here’

Apeejay School, Noida, connects classrooms to real life, says the mother of a student here

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The school fosters nursery children’s development through a nurturing, child-centred approach that balances learning with play. “I chose Apeejay School, Noida, because it offers holistic education that goes beyond academics. The school nurtures communication, leadership, moral values, and emotional and social skills in students. Its strong reputation further adds value, making it an ideal environment for comprehensive growth and overall personality development,” shares Snehil Bhardwaj, whose son, Avyaan, studies in the nursery here.  

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How is the parent-teacher interaction here? 

They hold parent‑teacher meetings (PTMs) regularly, where teachers give detailed feedback on students’ academic progress, behaviour, strengths, and areas for improvement. Parents feel heard.

What has your child learnt academically to date? 

Avyaan knows numbers from 1 to 9 in reading, speaking, and writing. Phonics letter recognition along with sounds and words, capital letter recognition and writing them, sight words, and shapes. Various English and Hindi rhyming stories, and counting and matching. Concepts like small/big, tall/short, more/less, empty/full, family/neighbourhood, and body parts. He also developed a keen interest in art and craft.

What best practices do teachers use here?

Thematic learning, especially in early years, is important. Subjects are often taught through themes (monthly topics), so learning is more connected, relatable, and holistic. Smart boards, interactive panels, projectors, make learning more visual and engaging. Group activities, interactive sessions, and role plays are also employed to enhance the learning experience.

What are the core strength areas of the school?  

It lies in its strong focus on academic excellence and innovation, complemented by holistic and value-based education. It fosters a student-centred and supportive environment, ensuring every learner’s growth through a well-balanced blend of co-curricular and extracurricular development that nurtures intellectual, emotional, and creative potential.

How is the school promoting holistic education?

The school promotes holistic education by nurturing students’ overall development — academically, emotionally, socially, physically, and ethically. The balanced curriculum ensures students gain not only knowledge but also life skills, empathy, and confidence to grow into responsible, well-rounded individuals ready for future challenges.

Anubha Singh is the Principal Correspondent with Apeejay Newsroom. Having a journalism and mass communication background, she has varied experience with renowned print publications like Hindustan Times, The Pioneer and Deccan Chronicle. Her niche expertise lies in reporting and content creation for different core areas. She can be reached at [email protected] for any communication.